Grain-Free Pumpkin Pancakes

I love fall flavors, especially when they align with my clean eating habits. These grain-free pumpkin pancakes are rich and filling and do not disappoint!

The flours used in these pancakes, almond, coconut and arrowroot, might be new to your pantry. But as they are used in many of my recipes, I recommend them becoming staples in your pantry. So why plant-based products? It’s easy: you’ll feel better!

Even without a food intolerance to gluten, most pancake mixes are filled with preservatives. These preservatives have zero nutritional value, spike your blood sugar and are harder for the body to process. One thing I don’t miss at all about taking gluten out of my diet, is that awful bloated and lethargic feeling. However, these pancakes will fill you up and leave you satisfied without the fuss.

Fun Fact: I like to top my pancakes off with a few dairy-free or dark chocolate chips and toasted pecans. Just a tablespoon of pure maple syrup is enough to tickle those sweet taste buds. I promise these pancakes won’t disappoint!

Instructions

In a large bowl, mash the banana and then whisk in all of the wet ingredients.

Combine the dry ingredients in a medium bowl.

Add the mixture to the wet ingredients and stir until batter.

On a medium hot griddle or skillet, use a ⅓ c. to scoop the batter into 3-4 inch circles. This batter is slightly thick, so use the measuring cup to spread it out to ¼ inch thick. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until they are golden.

Sprinkle with with a few dark chocolate chunks, crumbled toasted pecans and pure maple syrup!